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Seguso Glass and Pearl Ear Clips
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in New York, NY
Seguso Glass and Pearl Ear Clips from the 1950's Italy. Deep blue blown glass tubes border a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Angela Cummings for Assael Diamond Pearl Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael diamond pearl ear clips
Round-cut diamonds of approximately 6 carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Pearl Ear Clips, Earrings with Diamonds, by Carl. Bucherer
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in Berlin, DE
Original 18 Karat White Gold Pearl Ear Clips with Diamonds, by BUCHERER
Diamonds, very good
Category
Early 2000s Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond Pearl Ear Clips, circa 1980
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A timeless expression of elegance, these exquisite Cartier ear clips showcase a harmonious blend of
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century Diamond & Mabe Pearl Ear Clips
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This pair of pearl and diamond cocktail ear clips are substantial in size and come from the
Category
Mid-20th Century German Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
David Webb Diamond Pearl Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold diamond pearl earclips, 20 round diamonds weighing approx. 1.25 cts GH VS stamps Webb
Category
20th Century American More Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
18k Yellow Gold Convertible "Day/Night" Cultured Pearl Ear Clips 3.50 ct Dia
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Cultured Pearl "Day Night" Earrings
Feature Cultured Pearls on Top and Bottom with Nice
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eye-Catching Retro Chanel Style 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Mabe Pearl Ear Clips
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
These large 18 K yellow gold clip earrings feature two mabe pearls that measure almost 2 cm in
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Asch Grossbardt 14 Karat Gold, Diamond, Black Onyx and Mother-of-Pearl Ear Clips
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Asch Grossbardt, 14K yellow gold ear clips, set with 28 full cut round diamonds weighing .56cts, GH
Category
1990s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Other, 14k Gold
4.05 Carat Diamond and Golden South Sea Pearl Ear Clips with Removable Tassel
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Golden south sea cultured pearls measuring 14mm, set with 110 round diamonds weighing 3.15 carats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Baroque Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
18K yellow gold Baroque freshwater pearl ear clips, pearls measuring 18.2mm x 14.9mm and 17.3mm x
Category
2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Miriam Haskell Embroidered Faux Pearl Earclips
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Embroidered Faux Pearl ear clips from the 1950's. Faux pearls are hand sewn onto the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Mabe Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pair of 18k yellow gold earrings, feature lovely mabe pearls. The pearls are
Category
20th Century Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ugo Correani Spiral Pearl Earclips
By Ugo Correani
Located in New York, NY
Ugo Correani Spiral Pearl Ear clips from 1980's Italy. Faux baroque grey pearls with pave spiral
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Dangle Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
David Webb Pearl and Diamond Ear-clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Diamond and Pearl earrings in 18k yellow gold and platinum. These earrings have mabe
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Charles Krypell Mabé Pearls Diamond Gold Ear Clips
By Charles Krypell
Located in New York, NY
Charles Krypell 18 karat yellow gold ear clips, marked Krypell / 750
Mabé pearls 14 mm, baguette
Category
1990s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
De Vroomen Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips
By De Vroomen
Located in New York, NY
These lovely 18kt yellow gold red enamel De Vroomen signed ear clips feature a mabe pearl center
Category
Late 20th Century British Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Large Curve Pearls with Rhinestones Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
These wonderfully detailed ear clips in gilded gold set with pearls and rhinestones measures 1 3/4
Category
Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings
Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl Pear Ear Clips
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Kenneth Jay Lane Ear clips with large faux pear shaped pearls. Ornate pave mounted
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Golden South Sea Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Ear Clips.
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Ear clips set with 82 round diamonds weighing approximately 3.50 carats, and 2 south sea natural
Category
Early 2000s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Amethyst Mabe Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
In a lovely floral design these 18 karat yellow gold ear clips are centrally set with 2 large mabe
Category
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1980s Diamond South Sea Pearl Platinum Ear Clips
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Embellishing these are 10 bright white and sparkly marquis cut diamonds on each ear clip. A gorgeous chic look
Category
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Seaman Schepps 1970s Aquamarine Pearl White Gold Ear Clips
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous 1970s ear clips were designed and manufactured by the renown American jeweler Seaman
Category
Vintage 1970s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mabé Pearl and Diamond Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Francisco, CA
Circa 1980's, these VCA NY 18k gold clip earrings are classic designs from the period. Each earring
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Pearl And Diamond Ear Clip Earrings In Platinum.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Pearl & Diamond Ear Clip
Earrings In Platinum. Center of the earrings set with two
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Angela Cummings Mother of Pearl & Gold Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings mother of pearl and gold ear clips, large model
Domed ovals inlaid with mother-of
Category
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings for Assael Criss Cross Pearl Diamond Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael "Criss Cross" pearl diamond ear clips
Full-cut diamonds of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Ear Clips
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
pearl, signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
Total diamond carat weight approx. 13.0 cts. and pearl approx
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Verdura White And Black South Sea Pearl Diamond Ear Clips
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
A pair of diamond, white & grayish South sea pearl earrings, signed Verdura.
Circa 1990s
Pearl
Category
1990s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
ginkgo ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts, pearl jewelry
Located in Sammu shi, JP
material:Brass, Vintage 1970s Japanese glass pearls, glass beads
size:length 7.5cm
An ear clip
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Platinum Pearl Diamond Ear Clips, circa 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The only thing more captivating than a perfectly round, smooth, lustrous pearl is heightened by a
Category
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl and Crystal Ring Ear Clips
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Striking Kenneth Jay Lane Pearl and Crystal Ring Ear Clips from the 1980's. Large faux pearls are
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
18k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl, Diamond, Tourmaline, and Iolite Ear Clips
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Ear Clips
Feature 15.95 - 16 mm Mabe Pearls in Bezel Settings
Surrounded by Appx
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Iolite, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel ear clips by Maison Gripoix with large pearls attached, signed 2CC8
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
An extraordinary ear clip designed by Victoire de Castellane for Chanel in 1984. The flower is
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
W 0.32 in D 0.24 in Dm 0.55 in L 0.94 in
Large Multi-Color "Stones", Rhinestones and Pearl Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
This large multi-color "stones" along with pearls and rhinestones ear clips measures 1 1
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Early K.J.L. Pave Faux Pearl Schlumberger Style Ear Clips
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
Early Kenneth Jay Lane Pave Faux Pearl Schlumberger Style Ear Clips of a faux faceted pearls with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
AAA White Akoya Pearl Ear Cuff
By THEVAULT15
Located in Boostedt, DE
A design classic, this exquisite ear cuff is crafted from lustrous AAA white Akoya pearls, offering
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl
Tiffany & Co. Multi-Stone, 18k Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
A Paired set of Tiffany & Co. Mother-of-Pearl, Black Onyx, 18k Yellow Gold Ear Clips
Each
Category
Late 20th Century American Georgian Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
Charles Turi 18k Gold + Platinum Mabe Pearl 3.3ct Diamond Ear Clips 1-3/16" 36g
By Charles Turi
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Mabe Pearl and Diamond Ear Clips
Pearls Measure 16mm in Diameter
Total Diamond Weight
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18kt South Sea Pearl & Diamond Earings
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Pair of 18kt Yellow & White Gold Earings, each set with a South Sea Pearl measuring
Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Marianne Ostier South Sea Peal Diamond Platinum Ear Clips
By Marianne Ostier
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted these chic and elegant 1950s ear clips by Marianne
Category
Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Maison Gripoix Chanel Emerald Camelia Ear Clips
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
cabochon Camelia ear clips. Settings of hand made gilt bronze wire work. 1990's France.
Excellent
Category
1990s French Romantic Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
begonia with bee ear clip / vintage jewelry , 1970's vintage parts
Located in Sammu shi, JP
size:length 10cm
Total length 10 cm, pearl size 4 mm, vintage parts date 1970s, clip-on so can be worn in
Category
2010s Japanese Artisan Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Chanel clip-on ear shape of a cross sign. 1970-1981, gold plated, faux pearls
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Very early ear clips by Chanel from the 1970/80 years in the shape of a cross flanked by 4 false
Category
Vintage 1970s French Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
W 2.17 in D 0.4 in L 0.2 in
Vintage ANNE KLEINN huge matte gold chain rope pearl runway designer clip on ear
By Anne Klein
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned ANNE KLEIN
• gold tone
• clip on designer runway earrings
MEASUREMENTS
Category
20th Century American Clip-on Earrings
18k Yellow Gold Ear Cuff with 1.69ct Diamonds and Akoya Pearls
By THEVAULT15
Located in Boostedt, DE
A true masterpiece of elegance and craftsmanship, this exceptional ear cuff is handcrafted from
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHANEL CLIP-ON EARRING, with large pearl and floral wheel, 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
.
Dimensions
The octagonal ear clip measures 3 cm, each edge 1.15 cm long. Floral edge 0.8 cm wide. The pearl
Category
1990s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
Ruby Pearl Yellow Gold Detachable Tassel Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Pearl Detachable Tassel Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold.
A pair of ruby and pearl ear clips that
Category
Vintage 1980s American Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
TEARDROPS in a Diary, No. 2_in Purple_Hand crafted ear cuff
By HANNAYOO WORKS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Work Serial No. 1110301235002
This item is Single Ear-cuff.
Hannayoo Works has created the Hand
Category
2010s American Arts and Crafts Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate, Brass
Angela Cummings for Assael Diamond Pearl Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael 18 karat white gold and platinum ear clips with pearls and diamonds. The
Category
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Miriam Haskell Freshwater Pearl Earclips
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell signature freshwater faux pearl and rare textured pearl floriform ear clips. Set in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Harry Winston South Sea Pearl and Diamond 1.85cttw F-G/VS 18k C/1980
By Harry Winston
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A stunning South Sea Pearl and diamond ear clips by Harry Winston. Designed as spirals of round
Category
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Mother of Pearl on Yellow Gold Stylized Flower Ear Clips
Located in Geneva, CH
Mother of Pearl on yellow Gold 18k stylized Flower Ear Clips.
Total weight: 6.31 grams.
Total
Category
Vintage 1980s Art Deco Stud Earrings
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18KWG Grey Baroque South Sea Pearl, Aquamarine and Diamond Ear-Clips
Located in New York, NY
elegant. The 18KWG light grey baroque South Sea pearl adds a touch of sophistication, while the pear
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
9.8 mm Tahitian Pearl 3.5 Carats Diamonds Gold Ear Clips
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Beautiful pearl and diamond earrings. The earrings have a removable yellow gold jacket. The pearls
Category
Vintage 1980s American More Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Miriam Haskell Pearl and Gilt Chain Chandelier Ear clips
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
finely incised rolo chaining, varisized faux baroque pearls and finely ribbed gilt beads.
Clip back
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Three Zero Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in Weston, MA
David Webb’s sense of modernity and polish is on full display in these opulent ear clips from the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Retro Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Sapphire Pearl 18K Gold Ball Chain Dangle Drop Clip on Ear
Located in Miami, FL
Omega Clip for Non pierced ears, finished with exquisite work of thin chains and "By de Yard" style
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
A decorative unsigned ear clip gold-plated with false pearls and chains, France
Located in Stuttgart, DE
middle 4.5 cm in diameter.
The 3 fine attached chains with small pearls make the ear clips very lively
Category
20th Century Artist Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
Angela Cummings 1980s Mother-Of-Pearl 18 Karat Gold Scroll Ear-Clip Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as overlapping scrolling 'C' forms
Inlaid with mother-of-pearl throughout
Opaque white
Category
Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Pearl Ear Clip For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearl ear clip for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1225 vintage editions and 378 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect pearl ear clip among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing pearl ear clip — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, Luigi Ferrara and Van Cleef & Arpels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A pearl ear clip can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but pearl rings, from our inventory of 685, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. Most of our pearl ear clip for sale are for women, but there are 240 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Pearl Ear Clip?
The price for a pearl ear clip starts at $95 and tops out at $675,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $3,452.
Finding the Right Earrings for You
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
Questions About Pearl Ear Clip
- What is an ear clip?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021An ear clip is a type of mechanism of attaching earrings to your ear. These are typically omega-backs but without posts. Ear clips are perfect for women who do not have pierced ears. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023No, clip-on earrings don't pierce your ears. Instead of slipping through a piercing, a clip-on earring attaches to the surface of your earlobe with a fastener. Depending on the design of the earrings, the fastener may be a hinged clip, a screw, a tension bar or even a magnet. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Clip-on earrings may hurt your ears due to the tension that the backings apply on the lobes. If your earrings have adjustable backs, try fastening them less tightly to reduce discomfort. You can also purchase cushions that stick onto the backings to help ease pressure. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of clip-on earrings.
- Are clip-on earrings any good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, many people feel that clip-on earrings are good. Clip-ons make it possible for those who don't have piercings to wear earrings every day or for special occasions. Plus, some people find clip-on earrings easier to put on and take off because they don't have to be slipped through the ear. Many antique and vintage earrings are clip-ons, so individuals who collect pieces like Victorian, Edwardian or Art Deco earrings may own several pairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- What are French clip earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023French clip earrings are a type of earring with a specific backing. The design is typically characterized by an open wire clip with a hinge that swings shut to fit over the post and rest against the back of the earlobe. A benefit of the French clip is that it helps to keep earrings from bending or shifting during wear. Explore a large selection of French clip earrings on 1stDibs.
- Do clip on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, clip-on earrings can stay on, provided they are in good condition. Over time, the clips on the earrings may loosen and no longer stay securely in place. Also, it's important to tighten the earrings properly to help them stay on. If you're concerned about slippage, look for clip-ons that have non-slip, padded clips. On 1stDibs, find a variety of clip-on earrings.
- How do clip-on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How clip-on earrings stay on comes down to their hardware. Every pair of clip-on earrings has a closure or clasp that helps to secure them in place. However, the designs vary. Options include screws, hinges, paddle backs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Clip-on earrings were popular during the 1950s and ’60s because many women didn't have their ears pierced but still wanted to wear earrings. During the 1930s, jewelry makers introduced new hinged closures for clip-ons that made the earrings easier to wear. As a result, more women found clip-on earrings to be appealing. Plus, the emergence of the middle class following World War II meant more women had expendable income to spend on luxuries like jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Sometimes, people call clip-on earrings just clip-ons. Clip-on earrings also have names that describe their type. For example, hinged clip-on earrings feature a swinging clip fastener, while paddle backs have an adjustable tension bar for added security. Screw-back clips-ons must be turned to fasten. There are also slinging spring and magnetic styles. Explore a variety of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a clip post earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023A clip post earring is an earring that features a backing called a French clip. It is a hinged, open wire that slides down over the post and rests against the back of the earlobe. Due to their backings, clip post earrings are less likely to rotate or shift during wear. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of French clip earrings.
- Why are clip-on earrings better?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Clip-on earrings are better for some people owing to a few reasons. For starters, the earrings are undoubtedly better for you if you’d prefer not to have your ears pierced. Some people also feel that clip-ons are easier to get on and take off. In addition, those who love antique and vintage earrings will generally find that older pieces have clip closures rather than posts. (In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s.) On 1stDibs, find a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- Are clip-on earrings a thing?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, clip-on earrings are a thing. They are earrings that feature backings that allow them to be worn on the ear, so it is possible to show off a pair without having ear piercings. Instead of slipping through a hole in the ear, clip-ons may be secured by a tension bar, a hinged clasp, a screw or even magnets. Explore a wide range of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are earring clips called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Earring clips are simply called clip-on earrings or clip-ons. The first clip-on earrings were produced during the late 19th century and featured screw-back fasteners. In the 1930s, hinged clips first appeared on clip-ons, making the earrings easier to wear. As a result, clip-on earrings grew in popularity and were a major trend by the 1950s. Shop a large selection of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- Where are pearl earrings from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, you can use clip-on earrings on pierced ears. The different kinds of clasps featured on clip-ons will still secure them to your earlobes if you have a piercing. However, wearing clip-ons exclusively could cause your piercings to gradually close up over time. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, clip-on earrings are still a thing. Some makers continue to produce earrings with clip-on backs to suit the needs of those without pierced ears or who want jewelry that is easy to put on and take off. In addition, many people continue to wear antique and vintage clip-ons. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, clip-on earrings don't need piercings. In fact, a big part of the appeal of clip-on earrings is that they allow anyone to dress up their ears with jewelry, even if they haven't had their lobes pierced. Clip-ons are available with many styles of fasteners, including screw backs, clear invisible backs, cuffs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
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